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‘Nacho’s playing so well… and scoring goals now!’

Until the start of October, Nacho Monreal had scored just one Premier League goal in 140 appearances.

Now, after his strike at Everton on Sunday, the Spain international has two in his last three matches - and his displays have certainly caught Hector Bellerin’s eye.

“That’s Nacho!” the Spain international said. “I think he’s doing really well this year.

“It’s a bit of a change in position for him, but I think it suits him a lot and now that he’s got all the experience he’s got, he’s started scoring goals. So I’m really happy for him.

“He’s just a very cool guy, not like the normal footballer that people think of. A very good professional who takes care of himself a lot and it shows on the pitch.

“I think every player at the club has to be at that level and has to be able to score, able to assist and play well. It hasn’t been me today, but it will come for sure.”